We are somewhat farther advanced in this Fukien province in the ahatters of self-support and the native ministry. At this very time there are no less than 24 ordained native ministers in this Away i belonging to the three mis sions at work here, And on Tuesday, March 28th, was celebrated at xn inland market town—Siokhesoun, 60 odd miles west. of Amoy—the 30th anniversary of a native pastor, Inp Han-chiang by name, belonging to the American Reformed Dutch Mission, At " fully attended meeting with delegates from other places and representatives of the three missions, testimony was borne to his zeal and wisdom and piety, and to the immense progress made in mission work here; especially in the country districts during these 30 yenrs, 'Phere may perhaps be one or two other amen' who have been ordained pastors long. period, but Edo not knew of and T feel sure there cannot be Anyhow it is a fact worth noting us prov' the capability of the Chinese to fill im portant posts within the Church with credit to themselves and with successful results.
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